How to Upload Files via cPanel File Manager on Tublat

Introduction

Uploading files is a fundamental task when managing a website. With Tublat, you can easily upload files directly through the cPanel File Manager without needing FTP. This article covers step-by-step instructions, best practices, and troubleshooting tips so you can manage your web assets efficiently.

Why Use File Manager Instead of FTP?

While FTP clients (like FileZilla) remain powerful, using cPanel’s File Manager offers these advantages:

• No extra software installation — it works from your browser.

• Quick, simple uploads for small to medium files.

• Direct integration with your hosting plan, simplifying file ownership and permissions.

However, for large uploads (hundreds of MBs or entire site backups), FTP or compression techniques may still be preferable.

Step-by-Step: Uploading Files via cPanel File Manager

1. Log into Your Tublat cPanel Account
   Access your hosting control panel (e.g. yourdomain.com/cpanel or via the Tublat dashboard). Use your username and password.

2. Open File Manager
   Inside cPanel, locate the Files section and click File Manager. This opens the file browser interface.

3. Set Folder & Hidden Files (Optional but Recommended)

   • Click Settings (gear icon) in the top right corner.

   • Choose Web Root (public_html or www) so you land in your website’s root directory.

   • Enable Show Hidden Files (dotfiles) to view .htaccess, .env, or other hidden files.

   • Save these settings.

4. Navigate to the Target Directory
   In the left pane, browse to the folder where you want to upload — such as public_html, www, or a subfolder for an add-on domain.

5. Click on Upload
   In the toolbar at the top, click Upload. A new tab or window appears dedicated to uploading files.

6. Choose File(s) to Upload

   • Use Select File (or Choose File) to browse your computer for the file(s).

   • Or simply drag and drop files into the upload area.

   • You can upload multiple files sequentially, depending on size constraints.

7. Monitor the Progress & Return
   A progress bar indicates upload status. Once it reaches 100%, the file is uploaded. Click the link or button to return to File Manager.

8. Verify File in Destination Folder
   Back in File Manager, refresh the directory — you should see your uploaded file. From there, you can rename, move, extract, or edit as needed.

Uploading Folders or Multiple Files

• Folders: cPanel’s File Manager does not directly support uploading folder structures. To work around this:

  1. Compress the folder into a .zip file locally.

  2. Upload the .zip through File Manager.

  3. Use the Extract function in File Manager to unzip the contents.

• Multiple files: You can upload many files by repeating the Select File / drag-and-drop method or bundling them in a zip.

Best Practices & Limits

• Be aware of upload size limits: typically, cPanel File Manager supports uploads up to ~ 500 MB (depending on server configuration).

• Avoid uploading extremely large files via File Manager — use FTP or WebDisk in those cases.

• If overwriting existing files, check for an Overwrite option or confirm replacement.

• Use Refresh to see the new files after upload.

• Ensure correct file permissions after upload (e.g. 644 for files, 755 for folders) if needed.

Troubleshooting & Tips

• Upload fails or stalls: Clear browser cache, try another browser, or split large uploads into smaller parts.

• File not appearing after upload: Refresh the directory; check that you uploaded to the right folder (for example public_html).

• Errors about permissions: If you see warnings, adjust permissions or contact Tublat support.

• Option “Upload” not visible: It could be disabled for your account — reach out to Tublat to enable File Manager uploads.

• Broken zip extraction or folder structure: Recompress and reupload, or use FTP as fallback.

Why This Matters for Tublat Users

By mastering file uploads via cPanel, you streamline website updates, content addition, and asset management without leaving the browser. Tublat users benefit from quicker workflows, better control over file structure, and reduced reliance on external tools. If you consistently manage your files with this method, your site maintenance becomes more efficient and reliable.